If an email requests your password or personal information via a reply to the message or a link, it is a phishing attempt to steal your identity. Delete the email and tell your friends to do the same.

Protect your computer from viruses

Ball State offers up-to-date antivirus software free of charge for use on computers owned by the university. Students may also download and use the software on the computer that they use to complete course work. Download Antivirus software.